Adeyinka Makinde trained for the law. He is a contributor to various websites on topics such as boxing, history, music and culture. His first book, Dick Tiger: The Life and Times of a Boxing Immortal was published in 2005. His latest offering is Jersey Boy: The Life and Mob Slaying of Frankie DePaula which was released in 2010.

Accomplishments

The Jedsey Journal Man of the Year Award For 2010. The award "acknowledges a significant perpetuation of the loyalties, comradeship and spirit of Jersey City during the previous year."

Favorite Links

Adeyinka Makinde's Official Website
Contains a short personal biography, links, contact information as well as information on my books JERSEY BOY: The Life and Mob Slaying of Frankie DePaula and DICK TIGER: The Life and Times of a Boxing Immortal.

Adeyinka at Myspace
Page revealing my tastes in music, books, films and culture along with links to my media appearances on radio and TV in North America and the United Kingdom. Also photographs capturing book signing events.